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Chrysler Quality Sucks !!!
EdwardR, 03/16/2008
2005 Dodge Magnum SXT AWD 4dr Wagon (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
I purchased a 2005 SXT AWD, new in June of 2005 (cost $31,500). Here is a list of the issues I've had with it. First, after only 30,000 miles, the factory Continental tires would not pass inspection. Second, after numerous visits to the dealer, about intermittent problems with the rear power windows, the window regulator seized up. Just outside of the warranty. (what a coincidence, and I have the other side to look forward to repairing now) The engine has been running rough for the last 27,000 miles and, of course, the dealer has been unable to diagnose or fix. They just perform the basic "shotgun" technique of plugs, wires, etc... I have had the transmission ROM flashed twice and was charged!
I love my Magnum!!!
magnumamma, 04/26/2008
2005 Dodge Magnum SE Rwd 4dr Wagon (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I really do. I usually switch cars every two years and have had this one for almost three now, and I plan on keeping it! Not only is it beautiful and unique, it is not bad on mileage for how large it is (I average 19- 20 mpg), it is great for a young mom like me, I can use the back trunk area space for changing diapers, and there is tons of room to get in to install the car seat, and store all the things I lug around. The only thing that has happened (knock on wood) is that the power steering hose blew after 4 months of ownership, but the warranty covered it no prob. It really is an awesome and reliable care, I work for Infiniti and prefer my Magnum over their newer vehicles.
Still Loving It After a Year
NickTheFish, 08/02/2006
2005 Dodge Magnum RT AWD 4dr Wagon (5.7L 8cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I've driven this car for a year so far, and love it as much as the day I drove it off the lot. The AWD is great in any less than optimal traction situations - it's very cool to just power away up a hill from a stop light in the rain with no wheel spin! It doesn't drive like your daddy's station wagon. The handling is much more like a high performance sedan (i.e. Mercedes). You won't believe the amount of stuff you can get in this thing. The loading crew at Lowe's never thought we'd get a 4 burner grill (in the box) in there along with an arbor, a dozen plants and some bags of potting soil the other day. We've towed a 3400lb trailer on multiple occasions with no sweat. Great car!
Piece Of Junk
Phil M, 05/18/2008
2005 Dodge Magnum SE Rwd 4dr Wagon (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This car was great for the first 38,000 miles, then the trans had to be rebuilt. Then at 40,000 mile the trans locked up and was replaced with a brand new one. Two weeks later the new trans had to be rebuilt! The car kept clunking and jerking, they found the drive shaft was bad so they replaced it. Then a strange noise appeared, sounded like a bad crankshaft, but found it was in the trans, so its being rebuilt again. All this in 4,000 miles. Whats really sad is that Chrysler could care less! I would never buy one of there products again! They know these transmissions are no good but they just keep using them.
I love my Magnum
donnakay, 07/07/2010
2005 Dodge Magnum RT Rwd 4dr Wagon (5.7L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Grandma, me, had to have the Hemi. I was a little apprehensive at first. I have not had one problem with the 5 year old car. Lots of Power, looks sharp, handles well, doesn't overheat like my Camaro did. A/C is cold, power windows work well and don't leak. Very comfortable family car. I have driven it to Idaho twice now. 11 hour trip each way. No problems. I would definitely buy again.